Beijing is a super-massive modern city, the capital of the Republic, the heart of China. It preserves a large number of ancient and modern historical buildings and landmarks, such as the Forbidden City of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, Tiananmen Square, the Great Hall of the People, the Great Wall, etc. It is not only fun, but Beijing also has a lot of delicious food. Here is a 6-day 7-night travel guide for you.
Day 1 in the Capital: Tiananmen Square is still crowded with people. The Forbidden City’s magnificent pavilions and towers silently welcome visitors from all over the world. Wangfujing Street has changed so much that I can’t recognize it from seven years ago. The beautiful white pagoda is reflected in the water of Beihai Park. Donglaishun hotpot still exudes the rustic flavor of the North. The roast duck feast at Bianyifang is our celebration dinner…
I love Tiananmen Square in Beijing
The beautiful white pagoda reflected in the lake
Day 2 in the Capital: Visit the Prince’s Mansion of the Fourth Prince, also the birthplace of Emperor Qianlong. Then, visit the Confucian Temple across the street and pay homage to Confucius, the “Great Teacher of Ten Thousand Generations”. Visit the Guozijian, the highest educational institution during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. As a foodie, how can I not visit Guijie Street near Yonghe Temple and Qianmen Dashi Lan? 20,000 steps a day, sometimes carrying a 40-pound kid. My body and soul are tempered on the road…
Yonghe Temple
Confucian Temple
Day 3 in the Capital: The Gongwangfu, a base for education on anti-corruption and promoting integrity. Imagine the glorious scene of He Shen in his time. Take a rickshaw tour through the old alleys in front of the Prince’s Mansion, listening to the legends and anecdotes, it’s a relaxing experience. Stroll through Nanluoguxiang, experience the artistic and bohemian pace. The cheese from Wenyu Cheese, the milk tea, and the yogurt fruit tea are all worth trying. The century-old brands on Qianmen Street are all there: Ruifuxiang, Tongrentang, Neilian Sheng, Duoyich, Quanjude, Jinfang… Of course, there are also Western cultural representatives like Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, Starbucks, and McDonald’s. Shopping and eating… A late afternoon downpour adds a special touch to our shopping trip.
Gongwangfu Garden
Gongwangfu again
Famous shops in Nanluoguxiang
Day 4 in the Capital: Stepping on the brick wall, looking at the Great Wall winding up and down, like a giant dragon lying among the mountains. “He who has not been to the Great Wall is not a true man”. Today, I finally became a true man [grin]. Visiting the Ming Tombs and the eternal resting place of Emperor Wanli, grand! One tomb area is equivalent to two Singapores! The Olympic Park at night is still crowded with people. The Bird’s Nest and Water Cube, illuminated by neon lights, are still beautiful! Nine years have passed, the spirit left by the Olympics continues to inspire the Chinese people to pursue a future that is higher, faster, and stronger!
He who has not been to the Great Wall is not a true man
The Great Wall will never fall
Day 5 in the Capital: The Summer Palace is really huge. We only got to see half of it in five hours. At the North Palace Gate, there is Suzhou Street on both sides, which is modelled after the Qinhuai River. Walk up the steps to the Longevity Hill, the Thousand Buddha Hall shines brightly. Take a boat on Kunming Lake, reach the island in the lake, the beautiful Seventeen-Arch Bridge stands silently in the drizzle. The palace where Guangxu was confined, the long pavilion where Cixi enjoyed herself, and the Buddha Incense Pavilion where the Old Buddha practiced Buddhism and Zen… Only the stone lions of various shapes and sizes on the white marble railings look on coldly at the changes in history from the smoke and fire to peace and tranquility!
Lotus Pond in the Summer Palace
Buddha Incense Pavilion reflected in Kunming Lake
Day 6 in the Capital, Farewell. Happy times are always short. My birthday, I can only have a few bites of bread from Daoxiangcun and some iced tea in the train aisle [grin] [naughty]
The Water Cube at night
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